2004 BMW X5 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW X5 would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 144 kg more than 2004 BMW X5.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW X5 (500 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. (427 Nm). This means 2004 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW X5 | 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | X5 | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 2419 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 98 L |
